Sr. Buyer (Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE)

EDGE Group
Abu Dhabi
Full timeFunction: Procurement & SourcingEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Strategic thinking","Problem-solving","Influencing","Cross-functional collaboration"]

Own sourcing and contractual coverage for assigned direct material categories, driving commercial advantage while mitigating risk. Lead supplier selection and act as the expert for commercial negotiations, including initiating and executing bid/RFQ processes. Prepare, coordinate, and enforce agreements and purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and support cost analysis and cross-functional cost reduction activities. Serve as the commercial interface and escalation point between suppliers and internal stakeholders.

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15 hours ago

Sr. Buyer (Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE)

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Job Summary

Own sourcing and contractual coverage for assigned direct material categories, driving commercial advantage while mitigating risk. Lead supplier selection and act as the expert for commercial negotiations, including initiating and executing bid/RFQ processes. Prepare, coordinate, and enforce agreements and purchase orders, monitor supplier performance, and support cost analysis and cross-functional cost reduction activities. Serve as the commercial interface and escalation point between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Location: Abu Dhabi
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Procurement & Sourcing
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Source and manage contractual coverage for direct material categories, optimizing commercial advantage and mitigating commercial risk.
  • •Lead supplier selection and manage commercial negotiations, including initiating and executing bid/RFQ processes to secure competitive price offers.
  • •Prepare, lead, and coordinate implementation of agreements and purchase orders in compliance with internal procedures and legal/export restriction requirements.
  • •Monitor supplier performance, advise on supply market/supplier risks and opportunities, propose mitigation activities, and serve as the single point of contact for commercial escalations.
  • •Perform cost analysis and initiate/manage cross-functional cost reduction activities; maintain vendor master data and ensure adherence to code of conduct and OHSE policies.

Pay and Benefits

Perks:Family VisasHealth InsuranceFlight TicketsEducation Allowances

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
  • •Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • •7-8 years of relevant experience in a similar role in the automotive industry.
  • •Proven capability in sourcing, contracting, and managing procurement processes.
  • •Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to influence key business decisions.
Experience:Automotive industry
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:CommunicationStrategic thinkingProblem-solvingInfluencingCross-functional collaboration
Languages:English
Tech Stack:Microsoft OfficeSAP

Company Brief

EDGE Group
EDGE Group PJSC is an Abu Dhabi–based advanced technology and defence conglomerate (launched Nov 2019) developing autonomous systems, electronic warfare, precision weapons, cyber and naval/aerospace solutions for military and dual-use markets.
Industry: Defense Technology
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Government & Public Sector
Funding: Government Funded
Headquarters: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2019
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